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eating vegetables, as part of an overall healthful eating plan, may lower the risk of some cancers and heart disease because they contain
antioxidants
carcinogens
oxidants
lipoproteins

Explanation:

Antioxidants neutralize free radicals, which can damage cells and contribute to cancer and heart - disease development. Carcinogens promote cancer. Oxidants are harmful (opposite of antioxidants). Lipoproteins (like LDL/HDL) are related to lipid transport, not the protective aspect here.

Answer:

antioxidants